Rachel Smith Christy

Obituary: Mrs. Rachel Smith Christy, loving wife, mother, and friend, passed away on Sunday, April 24, 2016, at CHS NorthEast. She was born on July 27, 1934, to the late Rachel Cline and Willie Lequeux Smith. Along with her husband, Steve, she owned and operated Christy's Nursery, a Concord landmark for more than fifty years. Prior to joining Steve in the nursery, she owned a hair salon called Christyle Beauty Shop. In both businesses, Rachel fostered an environment of generosity, service and friendship. She graduated from Odell High School in 1952 and was a member of Gilwood Presbyterian Church, where she has served as both deacon and elder. In addition to her parents, Rachel was predeceased by seven of her eight siblings and her son-in-law, David Allen. She is survived by her husband of sixty-two years, Steve Christy; a son, Ralph S. (Chris) Christy, Jr., MD, and his wife, Kay; a daughter, Mari-Ann Allen; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; a brother, George H. Smith; a large extended family and many dear friends. The family wishes to especially thank Lisa Dooley, who has lovingly assisted Rachel in recent years. A service of worship and celebration of Rachel's life will be held on Wednesday, April 27th, at 3:00 PM at Gilwood Presbyterian Church, 2993 Odell School Road, Concord, NC. The family will receive friends prior to the service in the church fellowship hall beginning at 1:00 PM. Memorials may be directed to the Gilwood Presbyterian Church Permanent Scholarship Fund. Whitley's Funeral Home is assisting the Christy family. Online condolences may be made at whitleysfuneralhome.com.
Visitation: 1:00-3:00 P.M. Wednesday April 27, 2016 Gilwood Presbyterian Church Concord, N.C.

Service: 3:00 P.M. Wednesday April 27, 2016 Gilwood Presbyterian Church Concord, N.C.

Interment: Gilwood Presbyterian Church Cemetery Concord, N.C.